Top 7 Best Kitchen Exhaust Fans in India 2019

Proper ventilation has been one of the major issues in modern houses/flats. Without this, strong odors, fumes, heat, smoke and grease will remain in the house, especially in the kitchen. This can encourage formation of mold and mildew, ultimately affecting your health.

The only solution for this issues is very simple – an Exhaust Fan.

An exhaust fan removes heat from inside the rooms and encourages continuous air circulation of fresh air, which is even more beneficial summer months.

When it comes to purchasing an exhaust fan, make sure to check out some important factors that include – blades, air delivery, blade material and others. We have mentioned a detailed description of these products in our “Buying Guide“.

To simplify things further, we have researched and tested several products available in the market. And finally, picked out best performing kitchen exhaust fans for you. You can have a detailed look at each product below the table.

7 Best Exhaust Fans in India 2019 Reviews

Second from our list comes from Luminous brand – which is suitable for a medium sized kitchen or room. This exhaust fan is specially designed with 5 blades which ensure optimum air delivery compared to other fans.

The exhaust fan is made up of high quality plastic which makes it not only sturdy enough but also easy to clean and maintain. This exhaust fan comes with safety guard and will automatically shut off after operation.

The simple design and efficient functionality of this product ensures all the odors and fumes are sucked out of the room very quickly. The modern and stylish design makes it easy to blend in the interiors of any kitchen room.

Unlike the first product, the manufacturer of this product is providing 2 year warranty. The product is easy to install and doesn’t need expert for the same.

The brand Havells is a very well-known and trusted brands in India. Their products have been known to be delivering high quality products that are affordably priced. They only used latest technology and innovative solutions while designing their products.

Among their products, Ventiliar DSP is one of our best picks for exhaust fans. It is an extraordinary product with fantastic performance.

High quality metal is used for both body and blades. They help in sucking out the odors and fumes, leaving a pleasant and fresh environment. The 3 sharp blades distribute the air uniformly inside the kitchen.

A bird guard or grill is attached to the fan which makes it highly durable. It comes in powdered coated metallic finish which blends well with any interiors. It just consumes 40 watts so you don’t have to worry about the power bills. This exhaust fan produces only 40 – 50 db which is tolerable enough.

The first product from our list is from a famous old Indian company – Usha. The products from this brand are well known for quality and amazing modern features. From their wide product range, we picked out the best exhaust fan.

This exhaust fan has sleek and stylish design, so it will blend easily in any modern kitchen interiors. During the plight of exhausting the air, it doesn’t make much noise. Once you stop the operation, the shutter present to it will automatically shut off.

The body and blades of this product are completely rust proof. The high quality blades ensure optimum performance and sucks out odor and fumes very quickly. It consumes 40 watts power and has operating voltage of 230 volts.

If white color exhaust fan doesn’t blend well with your interiors then Usha Crisp Air (Brown) is also available in brown color. It has all the same features like auto-shutter, rust proof blades, noiseless functioning and others.

Orpat ventilation fan is a fantastic product to lay your hands on. This brand is quite popular and most trusted ones in the market. They are well-known in providing out of the box ideas. If you are planning to purchase a product that is capable of maintaining fresh environment in your kitchen then this is a worth consideration.

This exhaust fan is quite sturdy in nature and robust in design. As high quality plastic is used to make its body, there is no chance of getting corroded or rust.

Unlike other products, this one has a unique blade design and comes with blades. This feature contributes to higher air flow. So you can be assured to fresh air all the time.

The inner fuse protection of this exhaust fan is highly durable. It comes with an inbuilt safety grill. It is very easy to install and operate as well. It is even suitable for mounting on glass window – which a rear feature and not available in most of the products available in the market.

This Ventilation Fan from Sameer’s is a versatile and incredibly economic and budget priced exhaust fan which comes in 2 different sizes of 150 mm and 250 mm.

Highly noiseless in operation, the Sameer ventilation fan, as mentioned has 2 sizes to choose from. For small homeowners and people with a comparatively smaller kitchen, the 150 mm fan is a suitable fit. For families with a slightly larger kitchen, a 250 mm fan would seem comfortable. Also, the 250 mm variant is suitable for small restaurant kitchens with constant activity.

Apart from using it to drive away odours from the kitchen, this fan is highly helpful in eliminating of bathroom odours, miniscule air particles, smoke and excessive moisture too. While those are the wonderful aspects of this fan, it lacks in speed to compensate. With no regulatory toggling, there is a possibility for many individual shipped pieces may have low speed in operation. To avoid this, observe the operation for a few days before the return window closes for better results.

Priced at a very economical rate, this fan is apt in its operation, minimal in design and most importantly, highly durable. Sameer even provides you with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty for any product manufacturing defects or malfunctions.

Crompton is one of the oldest and popular brands in India. One of the products from their wide range is Crompton Brisk Air – a high-speed ventilating fan which sucks out bad air and fumes within just minutes.

Its sleek and stylish design adds charm and elegance to your beautiful kitchen décor. It is very light in weight so if you want to change the placement or if you want to remove the cleaning, it is completely easy.

As the fans and body are completely made up of high-quality plastic, you no longer have to worry about rust damage. The 5 blades of the exhaust fan make sure the air is distributed evenly. The fan runs at a speed of 2730 RPM, so it ensures proper air flow. The manufacturer provides a 2-year warranty.

If you are looking for affordable kitchen exhaust fans then this has to be your choice. This is a robust and powerful exhaust fan which ensures excellent performance.

The corrosion-less body of the exhaust fan is made from high-quality metal which makes it durable and long lasting. This exhaust fan comes with 5 specially designed blades that ensure better air delivery compared to other exhaust fans.

The exhaust fan is made from quality aluminium die cast material which makes it extremely durable and easy to maintain. The high-efficiency motor of the fan gives an excellent performance while consuming minimal power. This exhaust fan comes with 1-year replacement warranty.

How to Choose an Exhaust Fan for Kitchen?

Most of us think that all exhaust fans are similar and work the same. But that’s not true. Just like any other device, you have to rule out certain factors before purchasing an exhaust fan. Below, we have mentioned several things to consider while choosing the best one as per your unique requirements.

1. Size

A normal 12 inch (304.8 mm) sized domestic exhaust fan is good enough for expelling smoke and fumes from a small to medium sized kitchen of 10x9x8 cubic feet size. Large sized kitchen exhaust fans are suitable for commercial kitchens in restaurants.

Size of exhaust fans in industries and factories is far larger than common commercial complexes or any restaurants. These are not wall mounted but are rather ceiling mounted with an entirely different rotation proportions.

2. Blade Material

The build material of the blade dictates the longevity of the fan. Blades for exhaust fans come in either

Metal

Plastic

When it comes to kitchen exhaust fans, it is best to opt for fans with metal blades as they are easy to clean and maintain. But the problem with metal blades is that they tend to get rusted or tarnished. One has to periodically take care and clean up after from time to time.

For bathroom exhaust fans, Plastic blades are suitable. Plastic blades are easy to install and are light in weight. Compared to metal blades, they are economic in pricing too. But the durability of plastic blades is questionable and one has to be on the lookout for that

3. Air Delivery

It indicates the volume of stale air that can be expelled by an exhaust fan and it is measured in m³/hr.

High speed exhaust fans have better air delivery compared to the normal ones but they also have a higher energy cost. Usually, this information is mentioned on the product specifications or instruction manual.

But there is a major factor that most people tend to overlook when it comes to high-speed exhaust fans is back drafting.

“Backdrafting” refers to the reintroduction of oxygen into a fire or hot areas which is a likely phenomenon could lead to two things.

Fire Hazards

Introduction of toxic gases into the bathroom

Backdrafting is a common reasons of fire and biohazard escalations in many public catastrophe incidents. Unless you are a industrial or a restaurant personnel with proper care and maintenance planned for large exhaust vents, do not got for heavy and high speed exhaust fans.

4. Energy Consumption

High speed fans consume more energy to run compared to normal exhaust fans. If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen or use it for commercial purpose then choose high speed fans. Or else you can go with normal exhaust fans.

5. Sound Level

High speed metal exhaust fans have a high noise level of 74.3 dB while regular exhaust fans have a sound level of around 60 dB.

Industrial usage fans are okay with noise levels as most of the time, they tend to drown and go redundant amidst many machinery sounds around them. Same is the case with large kitchens in restaurants.

When it comes to residential exhaust fans, it is important to have a noiseless fan.

6. External Guard

Most kitchen exhaust fans come with an external gourd or metal mesh that prevents accidental contact with the moving fan blades.

While plastic fans may not entirely need this mesh, it is important that metallic fans have meshes as such to cover their sharp blades

How to Install an Exhaust Fan?

Usually, an exhaust fan has a frame, motor, belts and blades. For installing an exhaust fan, you will require tools that include pliers, tester, spanner, tape and screwdriver. First, fix the belts to the frame (on 4 sides). In the middle of these 4 blades, fix the motor carefully with nuts and bolts. Using pliers, make sure the bolts are tight and properly secured. After that, attach the fan blades with the motor. Now attach the capacitor with the motor terminal for electrical supply. Finally, all the parts of the exhaust fan are fixed. Now, fix the exhaust fan using a drilling machine.

For visual instruction, you can check out this video –

Benefits of Kitchen Exhaust Fans:

Removal of air pollutants – smoke, steam, and other toxic odours are removed which makes the air more breathable.

Controls temperature control – Due to heat oozing from running stoves, the room temperature gets a bit warm. They also provide necessary ventilation which is required for comfortable kitchen usage, especially during summers.

What is the appropriate place to install a kitchen exhaust fan?

The best place to install an exhaust fan on the wall (top section) where the stove will be placed. So, the fumes and heat produced will directly move out through exhaust fan without circulation in the kitchen.

How to clean a kitchen exhaust fan:

There are many methods of cleaning a kitchen exhaust. Basic methods include caustic chemical cleaning, hot water pressuring and finishing.

Although different exhaust fans require different structures or grooves to be cleaned, the basic process of cleaning a kitchen exhaust is the same. Following is a simplified method of cleaning up a kitchen exhaust fan

Unplug the wiring that connects the fan with the power source

Detach the fan from its fixed place.

Unscrew all of the parts from its sheath and mesh to its motor

Mesh:

Take out the mesh and place it separately.

First, pour hot boiling water through the filter

Take some 3-4 litres of hot water and mix a ½ cup of ammonia in it. Make sure you are wearing a face mask while doing this.

Soak the mesh in this mixture for some time and remove to scrub and dip again.

Now after you have scrubbed off all lint, fat or grease in it, wash it another round in hot water

Now wash it again with cool water and let it dry

Blades:

For cleaning metal blades, you can use sodium phosphate cleaning solution with a secure face mask.

Otherwise, take a soap and water solution. You can also add ½ a cup of ammonia to this.

To this mixture, add 2 tablespoons of baking powder and ample amounts of warm water. Make sure that the water is not too hot or boiling.

Now soak the blades in this mixture and take it out.

Wearing secure rubber gloves, scrub off grease, lint and dust off the blades.

Dip it again in the mixture and then after the dirt is gone, soak it for a small while in cool water.

Keep the blades off to dry in a dark and cool place

Motor:Do not use water or anything moist to clean the motor. Instead, use a dry cloth and canned air to spray and dust it off the dirt. Make sure you are not heating up the motor in the process.

One of the major problems of cleaning up an exhaust fan is that the grease, dirt and lint need excessive scrubbing.

If the solutions do not work, try using more concentrated caustic chemicals. Make sure you are wearing protective gear while doing this cleaning.

For faster drying, use paper or cotton towels

After all of the material is dry and clean, fix up the fan and reinstall it to its proper place. Before you install it, make sure you have dusted its resting place properly with a broom or a dry towel.

Tips and important points and precautions

Exhaust fans may seem like normal appliances but they can be dangerous too.

Home exhaust fans may end up catching not just dirt and grease, but also lint.

Lint is short and fine fibre cloth material that can fly away in the air and can get stuck in the mesh of the exhaust fire.

In the event of backdrafting, excessive and fast inwards moving oxygen, when coupled with the hot air and the inflammatory nature of lint, could cause fires.

Make sure you are using a mid speed fan and not industry grade fans for residences

Higher the fan, better is the wind expulsion probability

Do research on the type of fans that are needed for the kitchen and for the bathroom. Buy them separately

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) Which are the best brand in India for domestic exhaust fans?

Usha, Crompton and Havells are some of the best known brands when it comes to fans in India. But at the same time, there are many up and coming companies in India which produce and market superior and better quality fans . To pick the best, proper research and comparison is imminent.

2) How do exhaust fans help in ventilating a kitchen?

Exhaust fans work on the method of air re-entry. By creating small but powerful suction winds through rapid rotation of wings, exhaust fans suck in local hot and humid air, throw it outside and tend to displace it with cool and clear air from the outside to inside.

3) Can stove top exhaust fans help in cooling a room?

One cannot directly say that exhaust fans can cool the room. On a parallel note, the main function of an exhaust fan is to make sure that it throws out the hot and humid air in the room. Thus this is totally dependent on where and how you place the exhaust fan.

4) Why Capacitor used in fan and cooler but not in exhaust fan?

Fans and Coolers work on single phase induction motors which require to be given a small kick to start. The capacitors in them give the said kick. An exhaust fan works on a brushless motor and thus it does not need any kick of sorts. Hence no capacitor.

5) Are exhaust fans required in laundry rooms?

No. They are not important. On the contrary, it is not suggested to place a exhausting fan very near to the washing machine or highly clothed areas as it may cause lint to be stuck in mesh and build up slowly and this could lead to certain hazards.

A Few Words before Winding Up …

An exhaust fan inadvertently is one of the most important appliance in one’s kitchen and bathroom. Hence it is important to understand how it works, which are the best available exhaust fans and more importantly, how to clean and maintain one.

Out of all the mentioned exhaust fans in the list, with a 2 year warranty, easy installation procedure, durable body and most importantly, noiseless function, the Luminous Vento Deluxe 200 mm Exhaust Fan steals the top position of our list.

While that was our list if you feel that we have missed out on anything, if you have any query regarding exhaust fans or any fans for that matter, feel free to write to us in the comments section below. Our experts’ team will write back to you as soon as possible.